BIS-HYDROXYBENZYL SULFIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An aromatic sulfide compound with antioxidant properties, occasionally used in cosmetic formulations as a stabiliser or fragrance component with limited but generally acceptable safety data.
Bis-hydroxybenzyl sulfide is a thioether derived from benzyl alcohol condensation. It may occur in formulations as a degradation product or be intentionally added as a stabiliser or fragrance component. Sulfide compounds can have varying toxicological profiles depending on structure, and aromatic sulfides are generally considered to have low acute toxicity. However, specific cosmetic usage data for this compound are limited, and it should be formulated within standard safety margins. No specific EU restrictions apply to this compound as a class.
Known concerns
- Aromatic sulfide compound - potential oxidation product
- Limited cosmetic usage data
- May act as a reducing agent in formulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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